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Refugee camps and Covid-19: A crisis within a crisis  

Crisis Response Journal

September 2021: In the third part of CRJ’s blog series discussing the ongoing Rohingya refugee crisis in Bangladesh, Dr Kazi Sakib outlines the co-ordinated response by humanitarian and government agencies

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Virtual ICS Position Training

Disaster Zone Podcast

Training has moved beyond the classroom and is predominantly being done on line in the COVID Pandemic environment we are in. Todd Manns, the founder of The Blue Cell is this week’s guest. In the podcast we hear about their lessons learned from moving to a virtual environment for Incident Command System (ICS) training. Additionally, they are starting up a totally new training series of classes that provide individual position training for ICS Command Positions.

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Safety Experts Plan for Fall

everbridge

Everbridge recently hosted a Safety Experts Plan for Fall webinar, with an expert panel comprised of Dr. Rashid Chotani (Chief Medical Director/Senior Scientist, IEM), Steven J. Healy (President and CEO, Margolis Healy), Marisa R. Randazzo, Ph.D. (CEO and Founder, SIGMA Threat Management Associates) and James Podlucky (Industry Solutions Manager, Everbridge).

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VDI vs. DaaS: What’s the difference?

Citrix

On the surface, virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) and desktop as a service (DaaS) seem incredibly similar. Both allow users access to virtual desktops, saving IT from installing and updating operating systems on all the machines within an organization. Looking deeper … The post VDI vs. DaaS: What's the difference? first appeared on Citrix Blogs.

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Supply Chain Resilience Checklist

Strengthen your operations with the Supply Chain Resilience Checklist. This practical, easy-to-use tool helps your organization prepare for disruptions and ensure long-term continuity in an unpredictable world. Why Download: Identify and assess critical supply chain risks Ask the right questions to evaluate vendor preparedness Implement effective strategies to reduce vulnerabilities Improve communication, transparency, and coordination across your network What You’ll Learn: How to evaluate and m

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The Rohingya refugee crisis: Four years on 

Crisis Response Journal

August 2021: This week, the CRJ will mark the anniversary of this event with a series of blogs looking at at gender-based violence, disaster risk reduction in the camps and the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic

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DCIG: Acronis offers MSPs clear advantages over StorageCraft

Acronis

Choosing the right solution to build your services around can feel like a tricky prospect. Analyst firm Data Center Intelligence Group (DCIG) recently compared Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud and StorageCraft Cloud Services — and we encourage service providers to consider their findings.

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Testing Your Emergency Notification System: What Businesses Can Learn From the National EAS Test

Alert Media

The post Testing Your Emergency Notification System: What Businesses Can Learn From the National EAS Test appeared first on AlertMedia.

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Mainstreaming DRR in the Rohingya camps 

Crisis Response Journal

August 2021: In the second part of this CRJ blog series, Hasibul Mannan explains the need for disaster risk reduction to focus on multiple hazards and outlines what measures are being – and could be – put in place to do so

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Immutable Backup: The Best Ransomware Deterrent to Your Backups (Well Almost)

Unitrends

A ransomware attack takes place every 11 seconds. That means by the time you’re done reading this article, ransomware will have been deployed many times over, crippling mission-critical systems and causing unplanned downtime for its unsuspecting victims. Backups ensure IT professionals have a last line of defense to fall back on when they suffer a ransomware […].

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How to Avoid Pitfalls In Automation: Keep Humans In the Loop

Speaker: Erroll Amacker

Automation is transforming finance but without strong financial oversight it can introduce more risk than reward. From missed discrepancies to strained vendor relationships, accounts payable automation needs a human touch to deliver lasting value. This session is your playbook to get automation right. We’ll explore how to balance speed with control, boost decision-making through human-machine collaboration, and unlock ROI with fewer errors, stronger fraud prevention, and smoother operations.

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New Solutions for Cloud Migration, Disaster Recovery, and More

Pure Storage

A key tenet at Pure Storage is that innovation to solve customer problems never stops. We regularly deliver new, compelling solutions to customer challenges as part of our Evergreen™ promise. Our engineering team has just delivered several significant and new capabilities with Pure Cloud Block Store ™ and FlashArray ™ to solve customer challenges, wherever their cloud may be or however they prefer to use different cloud technologies.

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Finding Your “Why” for Working Safely Around Electricity

National Fire Protection Association

I could have been a statistic. I should have been a statistic. Looking in the mirror through the eyes of a young electrician, I was invincible. Now reflecting through the eyes of a more experienced electrician, I know that I was not invincible – I was lucky. Maybe the decision to hold cardboard inside live switchgear to deflect metal shavings from hitting the bus, while my coworker drilled out. [[ This is a content summary only.

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NexusTek Ranks on the 2021 CRN® Fast Growth 150 List

NexusTek

August 27, 2021. NexusTek Ranks on the 2021 CRN® Fast Growth 150 List. Managed IT services provider recognized among top IT channel providers for exceptional performance and growth. Denver, CO (August 27, 2021) – NexusTek, a national provider of managed IT services and full IT outsourcing solutions to businesses across the U.S., announced today that CRN ® , a brand of The Channel Company ® , has named NexusTek to its 2021 Fast Growth 150 list for the third consecutive year.

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How to Improve Your Emergency Preparedness With a Risk Management Plan

Alert Media

The post How to Improve Your Emergency Preparedness With a Risk Management Plan appeared first on AlertMedia.

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Mastering Remote Onboarding: Proven Strategies for Seamless New Hire Integration

Speaker: Tim Buteyn, President of ThinkingKap Learning Solutions

Join this brand new webinar with Tim Buteyn to learn how you can master the art of remote onboarding! By the end of this session, you'll understand how to: Craft a Tailored Onboarding Checklist 📝 Develop a comprehensive, customized checklist that ensures every new hire has a smooth transition into your company, no matter where they are in the world.

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How to Improve Data Compliance with Smarter Storage

Pure Storage

How you secure and manage your data isn’t just about ransomware prevention. There’s another costly implication of data mismanagement: data compliance infractions and the resulting fines levied by data protection authorities. Amazon was recently issued a record-breaking $886 million fine. The alleged data compliance infraction highlights the ever-present complexity of compliance regulations.

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Red Bull Racing Honda and Citrix Workspace: Efficiency, agility, and security

Citrix

After an exhilarating first half of the 2021 season, Formula 1 is back at the iconic Spa-Francorchamps circuit in Belgium. It has been one of the most exciting seasons in years, with Red Bull Racing Honda driver Max Verstappen battling … The post Red Bull Racing Honda and Citrix Workspace: Efficiency, agility, and security first appeared on Citrix Blogs.

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Frontline privacy observations from deploying the EU’s new SCCs

Calligo

Our Data Privacy Services team collates the most interesting practical ramifications from implementing the new SCCs with our GDPR services customers.

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Women in Insurance: Meg McKeen, Founder & Chief Confidence Builder, Adjunct Advisors

Chisel AI

It’s safe to say that the insurance buying experience sometimes falls short of customer expectations, especially in commercial lines where manual processes often create friction and delays. How does this impact insurance sales professionals and what strategies can they employ to cope with or close the gaps between expectations and reality? I so appreciate that you’ve posed this question from the vantage point of the sales professional.

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Emergency Preparedness: Active Shooter Tabletop Exercise

April is Workplace Violence Prevention Awareness Month. Enhance your organization’s emergency preparedness with our Active Shooter Tabletop Exercise. Download now to strategically plan, prepare, and test your response to active shooter situations. Key Features: Plan, prepare, and test your emergency response strategy. Simulate real-world scenarios to mitigate risks.

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Eliminating Tech Debt in Storage

Pure Storage

Life can be full of surprises, including unexpected expenses which can throw off even the most thought-out budget. And with high interest rates on credit cards, the total amount you’ll pay for these surprise bills can add up to a hefty amount. It can be an uphill battle to get out of the debt cycle with resources going to paying off things that you bought two, three, or even more years ago.

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A Sample Threat and Risk Assessment: The Case of Acme Widget Corp.

MHA Consulting

A picture is worth a thousand words, and an example might be worth a thousand pictures. In today’s post, we present a sample Threat and Risk Assessment. The original of … The post A Sample Threat and Risk Assessment: The Case of Acme Widget Corp. appeared first on MHA Consulting.

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Means of Egress with NFPA 130

National Fire Protection Association

NFPA 130 is the Standard for Fixed Guideway Transit and Passenger Rail Systems. It contains requirements for train stations, subway stations, the trains or subway cars themselves, and the tracks or paths these vehicles travel on. While NFPA 130 covers a wide array of topics this blog is going to concentrate on the unique means of egress requirements for fixed guideway transit and passenger rail. [[ This is a content summary only.

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Microsoft 365 Pricing Set To Increase In 2022

LAN Infotech

Microsoft Increasing Office 365 Prices In 2022. Microsoft recently announced that it would change the prices of several of its Microsoft 365 and Office 365 subscriptions. The increased fees will go into effect starting March 1, 2022. According to the Corporate Vice President for Microsoft 365, Jared Spataro, the price increase reflects the increased value the company has been providing to its users over the years.

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How to Put Your Business Continuity Plans into Action

During a crisis, successful organizations are led by strong leaders who communicate continuously with all stakeholders and have plans that are flexible enough to allow changes to be made on the fly. What You'll Learn: Understanding the characteristics of actionable business continuity plans. Step-by-step guidance on building robust and adaptable BCPs.

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The Citrix SD-WAN and Microsoft Azure Virtual WAN advantage

Citrix

You’ve probably heard of Microsoft Azure infrastructure as a service (IaaS), and you might even use it. However, you might not always think of Microsoft as an ISP. Many of their services are designed to “just work,” and it’s easy … The post The Citrix SD-WAN and Microsoft Azure Virtual WAN advantage first appeared on Citrix Blogs.

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Modern Storage Fuels CatholicTV Network’s Agility and Innovation

Pure Storage

Cable television is an unforgiving industry, especially for nonprofit channels that need to stay relevant in the face of new competitors, new mediums, and new consumption habits. For CatholicTV, America’s first Catholic television station, success is about anticipating what’s next and adapting early, making strategic technology investments that allow it to stay one step ahead of the market while keeping costs in check. .

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NexusTek Ranks on the 2021 CRN® Fast Growth 150 List

NexusTek

August 27, 2021 NexusTek Ranks on the 2021 CRN Fast Growth 150 List Managed IT services provider recognized among top IT channel providers for exceptional performance and growth Denver, CO (August 27, 2021) NexusTek, a national provider of managed IT services and full IT outsourcing solutions to businesses across the U.S., announced today that CRN , a brand of The Channel Company , has named NexusTek to its 2021 Fast Growth 150 list for the third consecutive year.

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Tech issues your IT team needs to watch out for as employees return to the office

Online Computers

For many employees, returning to the office after more than a year of working from home can be a boon or a bane — or both. While many will appreciate a slight return to normalcy, others may prefer to work from home permanently. Some may want to be able to do both. To cater to differing staff preferences, many businesses are recalibrating their organization's work setups, with some postponing the resumption of office-based work and others allowing their teams to work remotely full time.

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Next-Level Fraud Prevention: Strategies for Today’s Threat Landscape

Speaker: Sierre Lindgren

Fraud is a battle that every organization must face – it’s no longer a question of “if” but “when.” Every organization is a potential target for fraud, and the finance department is often the bullseye. From cleverly disguised emails to fraudulent payment requests, the tactics of cybercriminals are advancing rapidly. Drawing insights from real-world cases and industry expertise, we’ll explore the vulnerabilities in your processes and how to fortify them effectively.

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Boost your performance with Citrix ADC

Citrix

At Citrix, we spend a lot of time with customers learning what they’re looking for in a product, performance-wise. And we use the insights and feedback they provide to develop and implement improvements across our solutions to ensure they meet … The post Boost your performance with Citrix ADC first appeared on Citrix Blogs.

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5 Ways to Minimize the Cost of a Ransomware Attack 

Pure Storage

In 2020, the average ransomware payment was $312,493 —a 171% year-over-year increase. That’s not a small change, but if you’re thinking that your business leaders could stomach that expense to win back control of data, the actual payment is just the start. . There are the extra people-hours that must be devoted to reassuring customers. There are shareholder lawsuits the business must defend.

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3 Key Insights to Help You Build the Workplace for Today & Tomorrow

everbridge

Everbridge sat down with two leading experts to discuss how innovative technologies are improving worker safety and operational functionality, and how firms can keep up. With such demanding times for the business world, it’s easy for companies to become fixated on survival, rather than thriving. But businesses that use unprecedented circumstances as a time to innovate and invest in new technology as well as rescoping the use case of their existing technologies, will emerge stronger than ever.